About HS Code 030489
This HS code serves as a catch-all for frozen fish fillets not specifically enumerated in other subheadings within 0304.8. It represents a vast and diverse category encompassing fillets from numerous species, ranging from commonly traded fish like cod and haddock to more regional or niche varieties. This code is crucial for classifying a wide array of seafood products that don't fit into the more specific categories, reflecting the global diversity of fishing and consumption. Importers and exporters are widespread, reflecting the global nature of seafood trade, with major players in both developed and developing economies. Key aspects of trade under this code include ensuring accurate species identification to avoid misclassification, adherence to food safety standards, and managing supply chains for a multitude of different fish types. It's a dynamic category, constantly adapting to changes in fishing patterns and consumer demand.
Products Under This Code
Frozen cod fillets, frozen haddock fillets, frozen pollock fillets, frozen snapper fillets, frozen mahi-mahi fillets, frozen tilapia fillets, frozen basa fillets, frozen perch fillets
Real World Examples
Gorton's Fish Fillets (Cod), High Liner Foods (Haddock), Trident Seafoods (Pollock), Regal Springs (Tilapia), Pangasius (Basa), Mowi (Salmon Fillets)
Common Misclassification
This code is often a default for fillets that don't fit specific categories, but care must be taken not to use it for species explicitly covered by other 0304.8x codes (e.g., 030483 for flatfish) or 03047x for fresh/chilled fillets.
Industry
This code belongs to the Agriculture & Live Animals industry.
Trade Overview
This category sees widespread trade, with major importers including the United States, Japan, and various EU countries, and exporters like China, Vietnam, and Norway.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 030489?
HS code 030489 covers: Fish fillets; frozen, of fish n.e.c. in heading 0304.8. This HS code serves as a catch-all for frozen fish fillets not specifically enumerated in other subheadings within 0304.8. It represents a vast and diverse category encompassing fillets from numerous species, ranging from commonly traded fish like cod and haddock to more regional or niche varieties. This code is crucial for classifying a wide array of seafood products that don't fit into the more specific categories, reflecting the global diversity of fishing and consumption. Importers and exporters are widespread, reflecting the global nature of seafood trade, with major players in both developed and developing economies. Key aspects of trade under this code include ensuring accurate species identification to avoid misclassification, adherence to food safety standards, and managing supply chains for a multitude of different fish types. It's a dynamic category, constantly adapting to changes in fishing patterns and consumer demand.
What products fall under HS code 030489?
Frozen cod fillets, frozen haddock fillets, frozen pollock fillets, frozen snapper fillets, frozen mahi-mahi fillets, frozen tilapia fillets, frozen basa fillets, frozen perch fillets
What are common misclassifications for HS code 030489?
This code is often a default for fillets that don't fit specific categories, but care must be taken not to use it for species explicitly covered by other 0304.8x codes (e.g., 030483 for flatfish) or 03047x for fresh/chilled fillets.
How is HS code 030489 structured?
HS code 030489 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (03) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (04) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (89) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.